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Originally Posted by Sentinel
I still have to say though, something just doesn't add up ...
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Yes and after a decent night's sleep I've worked out what's bugging me.
If one of the drivers had been authorised to pass a signal at danger, he would have been travelling at a low speed and been prepared to stop short of any obstruction.
There's no defined speed for moving at caution but here in Blighty most drivers do about 15 mph ( the maximum speed for unmarked points & crossings). That way if we encounter a broken rail it won't be too damaging if the train derails & also we can't be done for not being cautious.
IIUC the tv & papers suggested that both trains were travelling at approximately 60 mph.
If the media has got it right - That's not the action of someone who has passed a signal at danger (with authority).
BW